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Films & DVDs - Ratings - G

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Aladdin and the King of Thieves

G | 1996 | Gilbert Gottfried, Jerry Orbach

This third in the Robin Williams Disney Aladdin series finds our hero in wedded bliss finally with Princess Jasmine and doing battle with the King of Thieves.

Babe

G | 1995 | James Cromwell, Miriam Margolyes

When an Australian sheep farmer wins a pig at a county fair, his wife begins planning a ham dinner for Christmas. This is an unusual pig, however, who aspires to be a sheepdog when he grows up.

A little boy's toys come to life whenever he leaves the room. The leader of the toys, Sheriff Woody, feels threatened when the boy receives a new favorite, a space ranger action figure named Buzz Lightyear.

Lion King, The

G | 1994 | Voices of James Earl Jones, Jeremy Irons

When his father, the wise King Mufasa is killed, young lion cub Simba blames himself and is convinced to leave his country by his evil uncle Scar, who wishes to rule the kingdom himself. Simba grows to maturity in the wild and eventually returns to face his wicked uncle

Aladdin

G | 1992 | Robin Williams, Linda Larkin

A boy's adventures begin when he discovers a magic lamp inhabited by an eccentric, lovable genie who grants him three wishes.

Baraka

Not Rated | 1992 | Director: Ron Fricke

A 70mm exploration of the globe spans six continents and 24 countries, presenting the interconnectedness humans share with the earth.

Little Mermaid, The

G | 1989 | Voices of Pat Carroll, Samuel E. Wright

Ariel, a mermaid, is fascinated by the human world and sneaks peeks above the sea in defiance of her father. She trades her beautiful voice to a witch for legs so that she can win a prince she loves.

Anne of Avonlea

G | 1987 | Megan Porter Follows, Colleen Dewhurst

Well-received sequel to Anne of Green Gables about a feisty, turn-of-the-century young woman teaching school and falling in love. Departs from book, but entertaining family fare both for adults and older kids.

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